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Board of Directors July 1, 2020-June 30, 2021
President: | Jes Leonard, Ph.D. |
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President & NHPA Liaison To The Board of Psychologists: Jes Leonard, Ph.D.
I am a strong proponent of collegiality and professional relationships as well as a promoter of high quality and ethical treatment to our clients. I appreciate NHPA's long-standing tradition in both of these areas; therefore I joined to assist in promoting NHPA's mission for our current providers and their clients. Years on board: 3 |
 | Past President, Cynthia Whitaker, Psy.D. MLADC I was the only psychologist within my work setting for many years. Being part of the NHPA Ethics Committee and now the Board of NHPA has given me the opportunity to continue to be challenged and grow as a psychologist. I appreciate all that others have shared with me as a member of NHPA. Years on Board: 4 |
| Past President & Ethics Committee Chair: Celia Oliver, Ph.D., Psy.D. Years on board: 13 |
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Secretary, Membership Committee Chair, & Women, Minorities, & Diverse Communities Committee Co-Chair: Sue H. Kim, Ph.D.
It's fun and fulfilling to be connected with other energetic and caring psychologists, all working to enhance the welfare of our profession and improve services to clients in NH. Years on board: 5 |
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Treasurer: Cerissa Desrosiers, Psy.D.
I am deeply grateful for the privilege that my upbringing and education have afforded me, and community service is a value that I hold dear. I choose to participate in NHPA governance as a way to invest my time and energy into supporting and connecting with psychologists and mental health practitioners in an effort to team- up to secure additional high-quality therapeutic resources for families. Years on board: 4 |
| Member-At-Large 2019-2021: Brittany St. Jean, Psy.D. One of my favorite things about being a psychologist is having the opportunity to connect with others who share the common goal of providing quality psychological care and advocating for the individuals we serve. I joined the board to be apart of something greater than myself, and to be an agent of change. I’m deeply committed to strengthening New Hampshire communities and improving access to mental health care across the state, which aligns with NHPA’s value of practicing psychology to promote human welfare. It’s an honor to be part of the NHPA’s dedicated group of psychologists working together to better our profession and our state. Years on board: 2
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Member-At-Large 2020-2022 & Continuing Education Committee Chair: Jacquelyn Reinert, Psy.D.
I first served on the board as student liaison while completing my doctoral studies, later transitioning to a staff position fulfilling the role of Continuing Education Coordinator. In addition to these roles, I have also served on several committees, including the Continuing Education Committee, the Early Career Psychologist Committee, and the Awards and Nominations Committee. I've essentially "grown-up" within the NHPA community and feel that volunteering provided a solid foundation to l launch my career. I look forward to continuing to cultivate professional and personal relationships within the state and feel honored to be surrounded by such a talented and dedicated group of psychologists. Years on board: 5 |
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Member-At-Large 2020-2022: John Cabibi, Ph.D.
I have been involved in NHPA at some level since moving to NH 46 years ago and continuously for the last 10 years. Most recently, I was the Chair of the Professional Affairs and Professional Wills Committees and am presently a member of the Behavioral Health Advocacy Committee. Membership and participation in NHPA is part of my identity and supports the role of a professional in psychology. My goal is, and has been, to enhance the awareness of the profession in the community at large and in the insurance industry to enable career psychologists to provide their services to the public; and for the value of their service to be recognized and fairly compensated.
Years on board: 10+ years
Practice Location: Retired from private therapeutic and evaluative practice. Now available for consultation and supervision. Former experience at NH State Hospital, Clinical evaluation and consultation to public schools, placement in private schools and treatment facilities, consultation to courts and police departments Professional Interest Areas: CBT, Mindfulness, adolescence and non-verbal communication Personal Interests: Photography, Fly Fishing, Kayaking, Bird Watching, Good Food, Etymology of Words Committee Work: Currently member of BHAC. Past: Chair of Professional Affairs, Professional Wills, Board Secretary, Grass-roots Liaison to APA, Liaison to NH Mental Health Coalition. Over the years I have participated on numerous other committees and have frequently testified before the NH Legislature. |
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APA Council Representative 2019-2021 & HR Committee Chair: Sheila H. Gardner, Ph.D.
I have been actively engaged in NHPA for a variety of reasons over the past decade but ultimately, I remain involved because of an essential wish for and valuing of professional collaboration/relationship and productivity/growth. Working alongside colleagues to support each other, to grow our profession, and to learn has been a remarkable gift. Years on board: 13 |
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Behavioral Healthcare Advocacy Committee Chair: Julie Wolter, Psy.D.
I enjoy advocating for the future of psychologists in a fast-changing healthcare system. As systems change and research advances, we must continue to prioritize the importance of the therapeutic relationship in healing. It’s an honor to be a part of a dedicated group of psychologists who care about both the health of the profession and the health of the New Hampshire community. Years on board: 3 |
| Public Relations Committee Chair: Kathryn H. Robbins, Ph.D. Years on board: 7 |
| Early Career Psychologists Committee Chair: Erin Miers, Psy.D.
Years on board: 1
Practice location: Lebanon, NH, Nashua, NH, and Bedford, NH Professional Interest Areas: working with the LGBTQ community, anti-racism, working with people living with HIV/AIDS, self care for mental health professionals, ACT, trauma, video games, suicide, sex, addiction, and our relationship with food, high risk youth, treatment for trauma, people diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. Committee Work: Early Career Psychologist (ECP) Chair, Women, Minorities, & Diverse Communities |
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 | Legislative Committee Chair: James Bomersbach, Ph.D.
Years on board: 1
Practice Location: State Government Agency in Concord, NH Professional Interest Areas: Forensic psychology, measurement and assessment, legislative advocacy Committee Work: Legislative Committee |
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